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Assignment 2: LASA 1 Promoting Cognitive Development
As you have learned in your readings, Piaget, Erikson, Skinner, and Vygotsky took different approaches to child development. One’s theoretical perspective influences approaches to child development. The Jacksons are a young couple living in Centervale. They have approached Keith, the child development consultant, for advice on how to promote and nurture the cognitive development of their preschooler Jasmine.
Watch the following video to learn more about the similarities and differences of developmental theories. Study of the Child: Theories of Development I, produced by Herzog, Milan & Herzog, Shanta (Learning Seed, 1997), 29:02 mins obtained from Alexander Street Press Education in Video from AUO Library.
Compare and contrast the approaches of each of the four perspectives (Piaget, Erikson, Skinner, and Vygotsky).
Explain how each theorist would approach the issue of cognitive development in early childhood. Describe how Keith’s advice to Jasmine’s parents might vary depending on his theoretical perspective.
What role would society and family play in Jasmine’s cognitive development at this stage of development? What cultural, psychosocial and physical influences will be seen?
Incorporate information learned in your readings and at least one peer-reviewed* article from the AUO library to support your conclusions.
* Peer reviewed means an article from a reputable journal, which can be found in the library. Peer reviewed indicates that other professionals in the field have reviewed and deemed it worthy of publication, in contrast to much if what we find online: someone posting something they want, without someone else verifying that their methods were rigorous enough and the study is valid. Use your book and course lectures as your primary resources, as well as articles from our library. If you must supplement from a website, do NOT use .coms. Instead, look for .org, .gov, and sometimes .edu for more reputable sources. Never use Wikipedia or about.com.
Write a 6-7 page paper in Word format. Be sure to include introductory and concluding paragraphs in your paper, a title page and a reference page. Apply APA standards to citation of sources.
ASSIGNMENT Instructions—DUE WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 20 AT 6 AM EST
You will complete this assignment based on the readings, discussion board topics, presentations, and research related to the content of the course. You will use 5 prompts below and do the following:
1. Write a response of at least 350 words (1–1½ pages, double-spaced) for each prompt you select (note that the word count is for each answer, not all 5 answers combined).
1. Include:
1. A cover page
1. In-text citations in the body of the paper in current APA format
1. A reference list at the end of the paper that includes all sources cited in the paper in current APA format
1. Retype or copy/paste prompt before answering.
Prompts:
1. Analize the benefits and limitations of embedded instruction on the leaning of various academic, social and communication behaviors on students with autism. ( Chapter three)
1. Describe in detail an evidence based strategy to teach a student with ASD daily living skills
1. Describe/Summarize key research findings on effective instructions and intervention for students with ASD in reading, writing and mathematics and explain how these strategies can be implemented.
1. How can play materials be adapted to increase engagement and functional use for young children with ASD.
1. Explain how categories of assistive technology are identified based upon the seven areas of human function.
Rubric
Criteria
Levels of Achievement
Excellent
Good
Proficient
Fair
Poor
Incomplete
Points Earned
Prompt 1
21 to 26 points
Contains descriptive and detailed responses which include all key components of the prompt.
16 to 20 points
Contains responses that thoroughly address the prompt with some details given.
11 to 15 points
Contains responses that address the prompt. More detail is needed.
6 to 10 points
Contains responses that address the prompt very ambiguously.
1 to 5 points
The prompt is not addressed.
0 to 0 points
No entry is included.
Prompt 2
21 to 26 points
Contains descriptive and detailed responses which include all key components of the prompt.
16 to 20 points
Contains responses that thoroughly address the prompt with some details given.
11 to 15 points
Contains responses that address the prompt. More detail is needed.
6 to 10 points
Contains responses that address the prompt very ambiguously.
1 to 5 points
The prompt is not addressed.
0 to 0 points
No entry is included.
Prompt 3
21 to 26 points
Contains descriptive and detailed responses which include all key components of the prompt.
16 to 20 points
Contains responses that thoroughly address the prompt with some details given.
11 to 15 points
Contains responses that address the prompt. More detail is needed.
6 to 10 points
Contains responses that address the prompt very ambiguously.
1 to 5 points
The prompt is not addressed.
0 to 0 points
No entry is included.
Criteria
Levels of Achievement
Excellent
Good
Proficient
Fair
Poor
Incomplete
Points Earned
Prompt 4
21 to 26 points
Contains descriptive and detailed responses which include all key components of the prompt.
16 to 20 points
Contains responses that thoroughly address the prompt with some details given.
11 to 15 points
Contains responses that address the prompt. More detail is needed.
6 to 10 points
Contains responses that address the prompt very ambiguously.
1 to 5 points
The prompt is not addressed.
0 to 0 points
No entry is included.
Prompt 5
21 to 26 points
Contains descriptive and detailed responses which include all key components of the prompt.
16 to 20 points
Contains responses that thoroughly address the prompt with some details given.
11 to 15 points
Contains responses that address the prompt. More detail is needed.
6 to 10 points
Contains responses that address the prompt very ambiguously.
1 to 5 points
The prompt is not addressed.
0 to 0 points
No entry is included.
Grammar, Punctuation, and Spelling
5 to 5 points
Accurate throughout entry. Words are precise, unambiguous, and appropriate.
4 to 4 points
Contains 2 or fewer mistakes in grammar, punctuation, or spelling.
3 to 3 points
Contains 3 mistakes in grammar, punctuation, or spelling.
2 to 2 points
Contains more than 3 mistakes in grammar, punctuation, or spelling.
1 to 1 points
The entry is very poor in grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
0 to 0 points
No entry is included.
Structure
and Organization
5 to 5 points
Clearly organized. Easy to read. Ideas flow smoothly. Varied diction and word choices.
4 to 4 points
Organized and easy to read. Some ideas may need to be connected more clearly.
3 to 3 points
Organized entry. Ideas are not connected clearly.
2 to 2 points
Disorganized entry. Ideas are not connected.
1 to 1 points
Ideas are not complete or do not connect in any way.
0 to 0 points
No entry is included.
Criteria
Levels of Achievement
Excellent
Good
Proficient
Fair
Poor
Incomplete
Points Earned
Format
5 to 5 points
Appearance is readable and neat. Current APA format is correctly used throughout the entry and in the reference list.
4 to 4 points
Appearance is readable. There are some mistakes in current APA format in the entry and in the reference list.
3 to 3 points
Appearance is acceptable. There are many mistakes in current APA format.
2 to 2 points
Appearance is very unorganized and messy. Current APA format is not evident.
1 to 1 points
Appearance makes entry very difficult to read. There is no current APA format.
0 to 0 points
No entry is included.
Length
5 to 5 points
The length of each entry is at least 350 words (about 1–1½ pages) and is appropriate to thoroughly and exceptionally discuss the topic given, aiding the reader in understanding the significance of the writing.
4 to 4 points
The length of each entry is at least 1 page and is appropriate to discuss the topic given.
3 to 3 points
The length of each entry is not adequate enough for the reader to understand the writer’s thoughts.
2 to 2 points
The length of each entry hinders the reader’s full understanding.
1 to 1 points
The length of each entry is very minimal.
0 to 0 points
No entry is included.
Total
Instructor’s Comments:
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